19/26 At all events, it is clear that his mind is dwelling on the disposition of his property, since he speaks of wills. Atwood, make a note of these words, that there need be no mistake. I wonder he has said nothing of our brave young lieutenant, his namesake. There can be no harm, Mr.Rotherham, in just mentioning that fine fellow to him, in a moment like this ?" "I see none, sir. It is _our_ duty to remind the sick of _their_ duties." "Do you not wish to see your young namesake, Lieutenant _Wycherly_ Wychecombe, Sir Wycherly ?" asked the admiral; sufficiently emphasizing the Christian name. |